1999 BMW 740 vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 740 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2890 mm |